A big part of celebrating the winter holidays is being able to decorate your yard and show off your festive side to everyone around you. One way you can get into the festive spirit is by decorating your fence. While it may not be the first area around your house that you would think to decorate, there are plenty of ways to get your fence looking good for the holidays. Here are some fence decorations you can consider using during the holiday season.
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Fences You Can Use in Cold Climates
When it comes to winter weather, there are a slew of different elements that can impact your fence. In fact, cold climates tend to be quite challenging for homeowners who have a fence installed around the perimeter of their property. The reality is, with either snow, sleet, frost, or ice, there are so many different frigid weather conditions that might wreak havoc on your fence. Ultimately, one of the best ways to make the most out of a fence is to invest in a material that can withstand the test of time — which means withstanding the various types of winter weather conditions that might find their way to your area within the next few months — or perhaps weeks. Here are some of the most optimal fencing materials that’ll allow you to enjoy your home with ease — and thereby withstand the cold weather ahead. (more…)
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Protecting Your Wood Fence From Termites
A wood fence offers many benefits, such as being cost-effective, rustic with a classic appeal, and a popular option for privacy fencing. With proper care and treatments, you should also know that wood fencing can last for a while. All in all, a wood fence can give you the protection and aesthetic appeal that you want for your property.
However, there is a downside to wood fencing. Termites can be a problem regarding wood fencing. Wood is quite tasty to termites. Fortunately, there are ways you can protect your beautiful wood fence from termite infestation and degradation. (more…)
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Pros and Cons That Come With Installing Vinyl Fencing
The hardest thing about installing a new or replacement fence on your property is deciding on the fencing material. There are so many options out there these days that it can be overwhelming. In many cases, one of the top contenders (and arguably one of the most popular choices, currently) is vinyl. There are many, many pros to choosing vinyl fencing for your residential fencing project, but there are also several cons. Let’s dive into both so that you truly have a clear picture of this fencing material before you make your final vinyl decision. (more…)
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Wood Fence Cleaning Tips
Your fence is a valuable part of your home security strategy, offering protection from trespassing, theft, vandalism, and (depending on the type of fence), even shielding your family and belongings from prying eyes. A properly installed, well maintained fence can provide decades of protection while also increasing your curb appeal and home value. The key here is that your fence needs to be maintained. This is especially true of wood fences, which if left unprotected, can succumb to weather, rot, and insects, but is generally true of every fence to one degree or another. Part of maintaining your fence is cleaning it. If you’re looking for ways to tackle fence cleaning, especially if you’re opposed to power washing, read on! (more…)
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Paint Colors You Can Try On Your Fence to Give Your Yard a New Look
You know that you need to be staining and sealing or painting your wooden fence every year or two to protect it from the potentially damaging effects of weather and moisture. While wooden fences provide many many benefits, they require more maintenance than almost any other fencing material. If you had planned to paint the fence this year but you just hadn’t gotten around to it yet, the good news is there’s still time (fall is a great season for everything from fence installation to fence maintenance). And we’ve got your inspiration right here with several paint colors that will give your whole yard a new look and feel. (more…)
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Why Fall Is the Season for Installing Residential Fencing
Summer is a hard time of year to tackle many home improvement projects, as the weather is hot, and thunderstorms can throw a wrench in your plans. However, fall is an amazing time of year to install residential fencing. Here are some of the biggest reasons why you should choose autumn for your residential fencing projects. (more…)
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Signs Your Fence Installation Was Done Incorrectly
For the most part, homeowners tend to gravitate towards fences for a variety of different reasons. In fact, homeowners typically opt for fencing to surround the perimeter of their properties for a number of different reasons — from being a lovely landscape feature to providing much-needed privacy or security. The reality is, fence installations are really essential for homeowners overall. Ultimately, installing a fence absolutely requires a professional to get the job done right — but when done improperly, you can be left with disastrous results. Here are just some of the key signals associated with an improper fence installation. (more…)
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How Fences are Affected by Different Kinds of Weather
As durable as your fence may be, extreme weather conditions can certainly take their toll. Whether that means snow or rain or wind or exposure to the sun, they can all end up causing damage in certain cases.
This depends on the material your fencing is made of and what kind of maintenance you perform, of course, but we want to provide you with a general rundown of how different kinds of weather conditions can damage a fence. Keep your fences in the best condition they can be in by being aware of what nature might throw at you. (more…)
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Deciding Between Metal and Aluminum Fencing
There is no denying that both aluminum and steel are durable and long-lasting materials overall. In fact, both aluminum and steel are incredibly common fencing materials that can really do wonders for protecting any type of property. The reality is, each material — steel and aluminum — come with their own unique uses and purposes. Ultimately, determining the best material for your next fence might require that you gain a better understanding of the perks associated with these two fencing materials. Here are some helpful tips regarding the differences associated with aluminum and steel fences so you can better understand which is best suited for your particular property to best suit your specific needs. (more…)